Skincare Trivia

Sunday, January 8, 2017

True or False? Citrus Essential Oils Are Good For The Skin.

The answer is FALSE. Many essential oils from citrus fruits
(lemon, orange, grapefruit, etc) are actually quite sensitizing to the skin.
They can cause sensitivity reactions, including causing photosensitivity.
Excessive use of these citrus essential oils can actually harm skin causing
redness, irritation, and even pigmentation changes. They are often used as fragrances
in many skincare products because they simply smell wonderful. We would advise
against using skin products with any significant amounts of these essential
oils.